Employment Opportunities

Executive Director

The Executive Director provides strategic and operational leadership for Columbia County Habitat for Humanity. Working closely with the Board, the ED directs daily activities, manages staff, and oversees fundraising, financial management, and community relations. We are seeking a collaborative leader with exceptional relationship-building skills to drive our mission and engage our team of staff, volunteers, and partners.

Job Description

Status: Full-Time, Exempt. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required

Pay Scale: Salary range $80,000-$100,000 commensurate with experience.

Benefits: Includes partial medical, PTO, paid holidays, and SIMPLE IRA with 3% match

Location: The office is located at 164 Little Street, St. Helens OR 97051. Some travel is required. Reliable transportation is required.

Start Date: Position available now.

Job Description: The Executive Director (ED) provides overall operational leadership in achieving the organization’s mission and directing the day-to-day activities of Columbia County Habitat for Humanity. The ED works in partnership with the Board of Directors to develop strategic plans, annual goals and objectives, and leads the staff and operational components of the organization toward the achievement of these goals. Responsibilities include fundraising, community and media relations, financial management, strategic planning, staff leadership, and serving as a liaison with both the Board of Directors and community partners. Because our success depends on a small but effective team of staff and volunteers, and engaged and supportive external partners, we are seeking a leader who possesses exceptional collaboration and relationship-building skills.

Key Responsibilities

Visionary Leadership Serves as the visionary leader, increasing community awareness and engagement while advising the Board’s priorities and interfacing between the Board and staff on policy and planning recommendations. Acts as the primary public representative to coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders.
Management and Strategic Planning Collaborates with the Board to articulate the organization’s vision and develop strategies, promoting a culture that reflects organizational values and implementing systems for effective communication with staff and business partners. Facilitates sound planning to ensure the organization’s overall effectiveness, quality, and sustainability.
Human Resources Management Manages the recruitment, retention, and performance evaluation of staff and volunteers, ensuring sound personnel policies are in place. Cultivates a supportive, inclusive workplace culture that attracts and motivates a diverse team of top-quality staff and volunteers.
Delegation and Mentorship Supervises and empowers team members by providing ongoing training, professional development, and mentorship to foster new leaders and ensure effective execution of duties. Builds a climate that inspires staff to see their work as a critical part of the total program.
Organizational Growth Leads the sustainable expansion of the organization by developing short and long-term strategic plans, scaling programs to meet community needs, and adapting to housing trends. Envisions how resources and technology can be leveraged to advance the goals of the affiliate.
Financial Stewardship Oversees fundraising plans; supervises accounting; sources, writes, and manages grants; and ensures budget compliance. Serves as the primary steward of donor relationships to increase incoming funds and ensures the organization operates within financial guidelines set by the Board.
Community Relationships Acts as the primary spokesperson and liaison to the community, advocating for the organization and building strategic partnerships with government, businesses, foundations and donors to further the mission through cooperative efforts.
Programmatic Effectiveness Oversees the design and delivery of high-quality programs and services. Leads the implementation of affiliate policies adopted by the Board, ensuring they are reviewed and updated annually. Responsible for maintaining compliance with Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) requirements and standards of excellence.
Advocacy and Networking Cultivates cooperative relationships with city and state government officials to advance affordable housing policies and serves as the primary liaison between the local affiliate, Habitat for Humanity Oregon, and Habitat for Humanity International.

Core Competencies

Real estate transactions
Grant management
Organizational management
Human resources
Communication (written and oral)
Construction familiarity
Growth mindset
Mission-first attitude (able to work across diverse aisles)

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree
Experience: 5 years of experience in the field of housing and community development or related nonprofit management.
Fundraising: Demonstrated success in nonprofit fundraising, inclusive of prospecting, cultivating, and stewarding donors and grants.
Financial Acumen: Proven financial management skills and experience managing an annual budget.
Industry Knowledge: Experience in real estate development, mortgage lending, affordable housing, or construction management.
Communication: Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to represent the mission locally and regionally.
Leadership: Ability to inspire, communicate with, and support the Board of Directors, as well as lead diverse staff and committed volunteers.
Location: Resident of Columbia County or willing to move.

About Columbia County Habitat for Humanity

Mission: Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.
Vision: A world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Principles:

Demonstrate the love of Jesus Christ.
Focus on shelter.
Advocate for affordable housing.
Promote dignity and hope.
Support sustainable and transformative development.

History: Columbia County Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1999 by a group of County residents interested in helping their neighbors in need. To date, CCHFH has constructed 13 houses, provided homebuying assistance to another six families, completed 39 access ramps and 20 home repairs for low-income homeowners. Recognizing the lack of access to State funding, CCHFH became an IDA matched savings provider in 2021 and has helped distribute $123,700 to 19 people to help meet their home purchase and home repair goals.
Number of Employees: 7
Project Number and Scope: Currently building a handicap-accessible single-family home in St. Helens, rehabilitating a home in St. Helens, and completing infrastructure for ten townhomes in Scappoose. Ramps and repair projects are ongoing, and we are currently serving 25 IDA clients.